VAISHAK DAS

Experienced Tool Maker, Mechanical Designer, and Design Engineer, now a Training Officer at NTTF. Skilled in Tool & Die Making, 3D modeling, CAD/CAM, and prototype development. Passionate about mentorship, problem-solving, and process optimization, bridging industry and academia to equip students with cutting-edge skills.

• Conceptual Design: Assisted in the development of new home appliance products by generating design concepts and performing feasibility studies
• Detailed Design: Created detailed 3D models and technical drawings using CAD software, such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Prototyping and Testing: Developed prototypes and conducted testing to evaluate the performance, safety, and durability of designs
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with engineering, manufacturing, and marketing teams to ensure designs met requirements and were producible within budget
• Documentation: Prepared comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications
• Continuous Improvement: Implemented design improvements based on testing feedback and performance evaluations
• BOM Creation: BOM creation and estimating BOM cost using standard costing

• Design and Development: Design and developing mechanical components and fixtures tailored to project requirement
• Layout for SPM: Creating detailed designs and layouts for special purpose machines to enhance production efficiency
• Design optimization: Continuously improve designs based on feedback, perform testing, and manufacturing efficiency
• Documentation: Prepared comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional Team, including manufacturing, quality assurance and supply chain, to ensure designs are flexible and meet production capability
• Problem-solving: Address design challenges and troubleshoot issues that arise during the development and manufacturing processes
• Project Management: Sometimes involved in managing design projects, timelines, and resources to meet deadlines
• Compliance: Ensure designs comply with industry standards and regulations, such as safety codes and environmental guidelines

• Tool and Mold Maintenance: Performed regular maintenance, repairs, and modifications on molds and tooling to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosed and resolved issues with molds and tools, utilizing precision measurement instruments and troubleshooting techniques
• Fabrication: Fabricated and assembled new tools and molds as required, adhering to technical specifications and quality standards
• Inspection: Conducted thorough inspections and tests to ensure that tools and molds met design specifications and operational requirements
• Documentation: Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and modifications for tracking and compliance purposes
• Assistance in Maintenance: Assisted experienced tool and die makers in routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning, adjusting, and calibrating tools and molds
• Support in Fabrication: Supported the fabrication and assembly of tools and molds, learning techniques for precision machining and assembly
• Measurement and Inspection: Utilized precision measurement tools to check dimensions and tolerances, ensuring quality control standards were met
• Safety and Compliance: Followed safety protocols and ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations during all maintenance and fabrication activities